Thanks for the terrific tips, everyone!

Last night I had the excited thought that I could spend my 50th birthday there but then I remembered - nope. My birthday is in December :)

Ah well, will have to celebrate earlier in the year when IR is open.

Can't wait - my husband and I have dreamed about ...

Thank you both for excellent suggestions - I had forgotten that there are cabins as well. Those sound like a terrific option.

Thanks again!

I feel terrible about posting this here, because it appears that all of you are experienced overnight backpackers.

My husband and I have been dreaming about seeing Isle Royale for years. We're both avid day hikers, but neither of us is a camper. I noticed in my research that staying at Rock Harbor ...